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James E. Wood

March 13, 1939 - July 08, 2019

James E. Wood obituary, March 13, 1939-July 08, 2019, Delta, BC

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March 13, 1939

DIED

July 08, 2019

James Wood Obituary

Wood, James Earnest "Jim"

Jim/Dad/Grandpa passed away suddenly at the age of 80.

Born in Vancouver to William and Donalda, Jim was the eldest of four. He was a proud employee of Canadian Airlines for many years and would later move on to finish his career at the Worker's Compensation Board/WorkSafe BC. Following retirement in 2004, Jim travelled with his wife, Barbara, and took great pleasure in caring for his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Barbara (nee Taylor); sons, Stephen (Shannon) and David (Shannon); daughter, Andrea (Rick); and grandchildren, Taylor, Aiden, Chantelle, Gavin, Jackson, Paige, Emily, and Chloe. He is also survived by siblings, Lucille, Alvin (Pat), and Darlene (Val).

Jim volunteered his time as a youth soccer coach in Delta South for many years. He could always be counted on to help family, friends, and neighbours. Grandpa was a supportive spectator and willing chauffeur to his eight grandkids in their many activities. For the past few years, Jim was also an Elks Club member and enjoyed this time with friends.

Jim/Dad/Grandpa will forever be remembered for his huge heart and for always putting the needs of others before his own. He was a caring husband, great dad, and dedicated and involved granddad to the end. We miss him dearly and know that in his usual manner, he would now announce, "C'mon, get on with it!"

Thank you to family and friends for all the love and support during this time. A celebration of life is planned for a later date.

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Published by Delta Optimist from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, 2019.

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Gary Porter

August 6, 2019

So sorry to hear of this loss...a great soccer coach!

Jim Duval

August 1, 2019

I am very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Elizabeth and I were just talking about him last week. I played late night hockey with Jim on the CP Air team Sunday nights at UBC in 1970 - 71. Lots of laughs and good memories. Jim was a kind and caring man. When I was with the Delta Fire Department, he always spoke to me regarding Dave and Steve as they attended Fire Training and hoped that they would be hired by one of the local fire departments. He was so proud when both of them joined Delta Fire Department. It was a pleasure to have known Jim and he will be missed.

Jim Duval

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